To prevent accidents, which could cause serious injury or death, as well as machine damage read these instructions before installation and / or use. CONTENTS 1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2. RECYCLING 3. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DISHWASHER 4. LOADING THE DISHWASHER 4.1 UPPER RACK 4.2 LOWER RACK 4.3 PROPER AND IMPROPER LOADING OF DISHWARE...
INTRODUCTION “This device complies with Please read this user manual and Part 15 of the FCC Rules. particularly the safety instructions Operation is subject to the completely and carefully. They will save following two conditions: you time and effort and help to ensure (1) this device may not cause optimum dishwasher performance.
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To reduce the risk of injury, do not Before cleaning or carrying out • • allow children to play in, on or near maintenance, switch off the the dishwasher. appliance, disconnect the power Use only detergents or rinse plug and turn off the water supply. •...
result in respiratory problems, For safety reasons, dishwasher • especially for the infirmed, elderly must be secured to adjacent and children. cabinetry using the brackets Chidren should not operate this provided. Failure to do this may • machine without adult supervision. cause damage to property or Be Careful to not leave the door bodily injury.
3. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DISHWASHER 1. Upper basket 2. Upper impeller 3. Lower impeller 4. Cutlery basket 5. Door 6. Model and Serial Tag 7. Control panel 8. Detergent and rinse agent dispenser 9. Lower basket 10. Filters 11. Salt container (Select Models) 12.
4. LOADING THE Lower rack ( MODEL DEPENDING) DISHWASHER Pull the handle to open the door. If the door is opened during operation, the dishwasher will stop running. Once the door is closed the program will continue. Remove coarse food leftovers from tableware.
4.1 UPPER RACK Long and narrow items are placed • in the middle of the racks. Load the upper rack with dessert Place all large and very dirty items • plates, cups, glasses etc. in the lower rack. Load dishes accordingly and be •...
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COLLAPSIBLE UPPER BASKET UPPER BASKET MULTIPURPOSE WIRES SERVICE RACK (Select Models) (Select Models) You can use collapsible wires when This accessory located at the upper basket of your machine allows you to you need a larger space for your dishes in the upper basket of your easily wash pieces such as extra long machine.
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ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE To lower the basket, while it is in the UPPER BASKET uppermost position; (Select Models) 1. Hold the upper basket wires with The upper basket height adjustment both hands, slightly lift up the mechanism has been designed for basket and simultaneously push you to create large spaces in the lower and release the latches shown in...
HEIGHT SETTING Place the rack into the tracks again at the desired height C. (Select Models) In certain models, the height setting of the upper rack may be changed using the wheels which are present at two height levels. CAUTION:Make sure that the rack is empty.
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COLLAPSIBLE LOWER BASKET COLLAPSIBLE LOWER BASKET TINES TINES (Select Models) (Select Models) Foldable tines (A) located at the lower Foldable tines (A) located at the lower basket of the machine are designed basket of the machine are designed for an easier placement of large pieces for an easier placement of large pieces such as pans, bowls, etc.
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SILVERWARE BASKET LOWER BASKET MULTIPURPOSE (Select Models) / HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE SERVICE Silverware basket is designed to wash RACK your dishes such as knife, fork, spoon, (Select Models) etc. in a cleaner manner. This accessory located at the lower Since the cutlery basket can be moved basket of your machine allows you (A, B), you can create a wider space to easily wash pieces such as extra...
4.3 PROPER AND IMPROPER LOADING OF DISHWARE Sliding Cutlery Basket load pattern 1: Salad Fork for 8 place settings 2: Teaspoon 3: Dinner fork 4: Knife-solid handle 5: Serving spoon 6: Serving fork Place all large and very dirty items in the lower rack. •...
5. WHAT SHOULD NOT Crystal and very fine glassware • may become opaque (etch) losing BE WASHED IN YOUR their shine over time. You may DISHWASHER prefer to wash them by hand. Rust-sensitive steel parts like iron • Do not wash sponges or dish •...
6. OPERATING THE PRODUCT 5. Function keys 1. Display Half Load Function 2. On/Off key Extra Rinse function 3. Start/Pause/Cancel key Fast+ Function 4. Time Delay key (Not in use) 6. Program Selection keys 7. Programme indicator 12. End of Programme indicator 8.
6.1 KEYS 6.3 PROGRAMME SELECTION On / Off key This key is used to turn the machine all 1. Press the On/Off button to turn on on off. your machine. When turned “ON”, the 2. Chose the desired program (See machine will default to program table on next Page) Economy Program.
6.4 AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS Floor illumination Illuminates to show program is still Washing programs of your dishwasher running. are designed to obtain the best (Select Models) cleaning result, considering the type of Your machine reflects a light to the the soil, soiling degree and properties floor during the washing process.
Automatic Detergent Detection Interior Lighting Feature (Select Models) The product has a feature to Some models have interior lighting to automatically detect the type of the illuminate the interior when the door is detergent and adjust the washing opened. programe and drying system to the Changing the interior lighting best performance.
that in 1 hour increments up to 24 6.5 STARTING THE hours every time you press the key. PROGRAMME 4. Press Start / Pause / Cancel key To start your machine after selecting to start countdown for the Time the programme and auxiliary functions, Delay.
Pay attention not to open the Child Lock does not lock the door of the machine when it door of the machine. is running. Stop the machine by pressing Start / Pause / If you turn your machine Cancel key if you have to off by using On/Off key at open the door.
No rinse aid dispensed in P:0 wash 6.8 SALT INDICATOR ( ) position. Please check the salt indicator on 1 dose of rinse aid is dispensed in P:1 the display to see whether there is position. adequate amount of softening salt 2 doses of rinse aid are dispensed in in the dishwasher or not.
6.11 WATER CUT-OFF ProCare This program is recommended to WARNING be operated on each 1-2 months for If mains water is cut or water inlet machine cleaning and necessary tap is turned off the machine cannot hygiene. The program should be take water in and E:02 icon will flash operated while the machine is empty.
7. DETERGENT Inside the detergent You can use powder, liquid/gel or tablet dispenser there are level detergents in the machine. markings that help you use appropriate amount of Only use in the machine powder detergent. When the detergents produced brimful, detergent dispenser particularly for use will contain 1.5 Ounces with dishwashers.
Water softening salt and rinse aid 3. Push the lid of the detergent must also be used together with the dispenser to close it. A "click" will detergent if the water hardness level is be heard when the lid is closed. above the mentioned level.
4. Make the appropriate rinse aid 3. Slightly press the point (B) of the settings. reservoir lid to close it. 7.3 RINSE AID The rinse aid used in dishwashers is a special combination that aims to increase drying efficiency and prevent water or lime stains on the washed items.
8. ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM (Select Models) Cleaning, rinsing and drying performance of your dishwasher will increase when water softening system is adjusted properly. Adjust the new water hardness level according to the Water hardness level instruction in this booklet. Use the test strip supplied with the product according to the steps given below to determine hardness level of your supply water.
1. Firstly, take the lower basket out to you use salt under this condition, salt add softening salt. will not be consumed and the Salt indicator will not illuminate. 2. Turn the salt reservoir lid counter- If you move your house, clockwise to open it (A, B).
10. CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING:Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance, switch off the appliance, disconnect the mains plug and turn off the water tap. WARNING:Do not repair or replace any part of the dishwasher or attempt any servicing unless specifically You can put about 4.4 recommended by this Pounds of softening salt into...
10.1 CARING FOR YOUR 10.2 CARING FOR YOUR DISHWASHER EXTERIOR DISHWASHER INTERIOR NOTICE: Cleaning your CAUTION :Possible dishwasher at regular dishwasher damage: intervals ensures longer Abrasive cleaners, scouring product life and reduces the pads, abrasive cloths (paper risk of recurring problems. towels) can damage the Always disconnect the power dishwasher decorative door.
10.3 CLEANING THE FILTERS 3. Press the two pawls on the coarse filter inwards and separate the Clean the filters at least once a week coarse filter from the assembly. in order for the machine operates efficiently. Check if food residues are left on the filters.
10.4 CLEANING THE HOSE 10.5 CLEANING THE WASH FILTER ARMS Damages on the machine that may be Clean the wash arms at least once a caused by impurities coming from the week in order for the machine operates urban supply water or your own water efficiently.
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UPPER WASH ARMS Check if the holes on the upper impeller (1) are clogged. If they are clogged, remove and clean the wash arms. Turn its nut to left to remove the upper wash arms. Make sure that the nut is tightened well when installing the upper wash arms.
11. TROUBLESHOOTING Machine does not start. Power cable is unplugged. >>> Check if the power cable is plugged in. • Cicuit Breaker is blown. >>> Check the Cicuit Breaker in your house. • Water is cut. >>> Make sure that the water inlet tap is open. •...
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Machine is unloaded right after the program is over. >>> Do not unload your • machine right after washing process is completed. Slightly open the door and wait for evacuation of the steam inside for a while. Unload the dishes after the pieces cool down to a touchable level.
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There is a different odor in the machine A new machine has a peculiar odor. It will fade out after a couple of washing. Filters are clogged. >>> Check if the filter system is clean. Clean the filter • system regularly as illustrated in section “Cleaning and Care”. Dirty dishes are kept in dishwasher for 2-3 days.
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Opening of the detergent dispenser lid is prevented during washing. >>> • Place the dishes in a way that will not prevent the detergent dispenser lid from opening and the water going into the machine from impellers. Detergent is stored under unsuitable conditions. >>> If you are using powder •...
Foam forms in the machine. Dishes are washed with hand-wash detergent by hand but not rinsed before • placing them into the machine. >>> Hand-wash detergents do not contain antifoam. There is no need to hand-wash the dishes before placing them into the machine.
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